Israel and Lebanon Sign Agreement to End Fighting
Israel and Lebanon have signed a framework agreement to end hostilities. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called it a first step on a difficult but necessary path.
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Trump Threatens EU States with 100% Tariffs Over Digital Tax
US Donald Trump has again threatened to impose a 100% tariff on all goods from any country that levies a digital services tax on US companies.
Trump accuses Iran of breaking ceasefire
US Donald Trump has accused Iran of violating the ceasefire agreement after an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran Agreements: Republicans Increasingly Criticize Trump
Uncertainty over US-Iran agreements is straining the political situation in Washington and the Middle East. According to Welt, criticism within Donald Trump's own party is growing louder.
Turkey: Arrest Warrants for Activists Ahead of NATO Summit
A Turkish court has issued arrest warrants for more than 100 activists less than two weeks before the NATO summit in Ankara. Police accuse them of supporting terrorism, according to reports.
New York Freezes Rents for Million Apartments
New York is freezing rents for roughly one million apartments. The decision marks a major victory for the city's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani.
Fourth Day of Shark Alerts at Sydney Beaches
After a bloody attack on a swimmer, more shark sightings have been reported off Sydney's beaches, leading to repeated closures. The seriously injured mother is no longer in life-threatening condition.
Earthquake in Venezuela: Germany Prepares Aid Deliveries
After the severe earthquakes in Venezuela, the German government is providing water filters, camp beds, and tents. The Foreign Office and the Defense Ministry announced this after a meeting of the crisis task force.
Sudan: Hundreds of Thousands in Obeid Threatened by RSF Offensive
Around half a million people are trapped in the strategic city of Obeid as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia prepares a major assault, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) told dpa.
France stops Russian oil tanker off Sicily – Macron shows video
The French navy has stopped an oil tanker originating from Russia off the coast of Sicily. Emmanuel Macron released a video of the operation.
Trump meets Johnson: Stalemate over US voting rights law
US Donald Trump has blocked the signing of a bipartisan housing bill and is demanding the Senate pass his strict voting rights law. According to the Guardian, Trump is meeting with Republican House Mike Johnson to resolve the impasse.
Death toll from earthquake in Venezuela rises to 164
The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 164, with 971 people injured, the government reports.
Trump cancels signing ceremony after Senate rebuke on Iran war
US Donald Trump has canceled a planned ceremony for a housing bill and clashed with several senators after the Senate passed a rare resolution calling on him to end the war with Iran.
US Senator Cassidy Accuses Trump of Lack of Transparency on Iran War
Republican Senator Bill Cassidy has accused Donald Trump of failing to inform the public truthfully about the war against Iran. A meeting between Trump and Cassidy, along with three other senators who supported a Democratic resolution to limit combat operations, escalated into a heated argument.
Trump Praises NATO Chief Rutte as ‘Great Leader’
Donald Trump praised NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte as a 'great leader' during a meeting in the Oval Office in Washington, while reiterating his criticism of European allies.
France Records Hottest Day Since 1947
France has experienced its hottest day since records began in 1947, according to the national weather service Météo-France. The record was set on Tuesday and broken again on Wednesday.
UK records hottest June day since 1976
Britain has broken the record for the hottest June day. The Press Association reports that 35.8 degrees Celsius were measured in Wiggonholt, West Sussex, surpassing the previous high of 35.6 degrees from 1976.
Italy attacks NATO chief Rutte over remarks on US flight launches
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has sparked a sharp conflict with Rome by pointing to hundreds of US flight launches from Italian bases during the Iran war. Italy's Defense Ministry dismissed the account as 'completely misleading.'
Power Cuts in France: Thousands Without Cooling During Heatwave
Power cuts in France have left thousands of people without electricity during an extreme heatwave, according to Reuters. Those affected are suffering from the scorching heat without cooling options.
IAEA Plans Inspections in Iran to Monitor Uranium
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plans inspections of Iranian nuclear facilities, but Iran has not yet agreed. Talks on timelines are ongoing.
Tucker Carlson breaks with Republicans over Iran war
The influential US talk show host Tucker Carlson has explained his break with the Republican Party, accusing it of betraying Donald Trump's voters by waging war against Iran.
Civic Coalition Leads in Poland Poll with 34 Percent
Poland's ruling Civic Coalition, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, has taken the lead in a new opinion poll with 34.01 percent, according to a survey by the Pollste institute for Super Express, as reported by Ukrainska Pravda.
NATO chief Rutte defends Europe’s role in Iran war ahead of Trump meeting
Ahead of his meeting with US Donald Trump, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has emphasized European support for the US in the Iran war. Trump had repeatedly criticized a lack of help from Europe.
US and Iran Clash Over Fees in Strait of Hormuz
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made clear that Washington will not accept any tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran had previously announced plans to charge 'maritime service fees.'
Spain introduces helmet requirement and minimum age for e-scooters
Spain is tightening rules for e-scooters: from October, a nationwide helmet requirement and a minimum age of 15 will apply, as the government decided on Tuesday.
Estonian Foreign Minister Warns of Putin’s Negotiation Trap
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to draw Europe into talks on the war in Ukraine, calling it a dangerous trap.
Bill Pulte Takes Over US Intelligence Oversight and Begins Job Cuts
Bill Pulte has taken over oversight of the 18 US intelligence agencies a day earlier than planned and has begun layoffs, including in counterterrorism.
Myanmar military killed over 700 civilians in six months
A UN report cited by the BBC says Myanmar's military killed more than 700 civilians between August 2025 and January 2026, including 224 women and 153 children. Airstrikes were the main cause of death.
Romania: Parliament rejects confidence in Adrian Vestea
Romania's parliament has denied confidence to designated Prime Minister Adrian Vestea. President Nicușor Dan must now nominate a new candidate.
Edinburgh: Swinney Says Victims Deeply Traumatized
After the knife attacks in Edinburgh that left five people injured, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney described the victims as deeply traumatized. The attacks apparently had an anti-Muslim motive.
Red heat alerts in France, Spain and other countries
France, Spain and other countries in western and central Europe have issued the highest heat warnings, with temperatures expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius. The heatwave conditions are set to intensify in the coming days.
Estonia receives first German Iris-T air defense system
Estonia has taken delivery of the first of three German medium-range Iris-T air defense systems it ordered. The Estonian Air Force accepted a unit of the system from manufacturer Diehl Defence at Ämari air base.
US eases Iran sanctions: Oil trade temporarily allowed
The United States has temporarily allowed Iran to trade oil following talks in Switzerland. The exemption is valid until August 2026.
Germany and UK Deepen Ties Ten Years Brexit
Ten years after the Brexit referendum, Germany and the UK are rebuilding their relationship. The stability of this rapprochement is now being tested as Keir Starmer is set to be replaced as prime minister.
Nigeria’s Sugar Tax Loses Bite to Inflation
Nigeria's tax on sugary drinks, introduced in 2021 to curb rising diabetes rates, is losing its effectiveness as high inflation erodes its real impact on consumers, Deutsche Welle reports. Experts are calling for higher rates and structural reforms.
Starmer’s Resignation: A Country Without a Beacon of Hope
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation. As the Süddeutsche Zeitung comments, the move reveals a deep rift between politics and society.
UK Prime Minister Starmer Resigns – Succession Open
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as head of government and Labour Party leader. The search for a successor has begun, the BBC reports.
US and Iran Hold First Peace Talks in Switzerland
Representatives of the United States and Iran completed the first round of negotiations on a final peace agreement in Switzerland on Monday, June 22, reporting 'encouraging progress' and reaching several agreements.
Heavy Accident in Qatar: Explosion at LNG Plant – 54 Injured, 18 Missing
An explosion at Qatar's main LNG processing plant in Ras Laffan on Sunday injured 54 people, with 18 reported missing, according to state-owned QatarEnergy and the Interior Ministry.
Alcohol Ban in Parts of France Due to Heatwave
France's government has imposed a ban on alcohol consumption on public streets in parts of the country due to high temperatures.